History of Wynonna Judd in Timeline
Wynonna Judd is a highly successful American country music singer. Rising to fame in the 1980s as half of the mother-daughter duo The Judds with her mother Naomi, she achieved widespread recognition and numerous awards. The Judds released seven albums and had 14 No. 1 hits. Wynonna also had a successful solo career with 19 No. 1 singles including those with The Judds, solidifying her status as a prominent figure in country music history.
May 30, 1964: Wynonna Judd's Birth
On May 30, 1964, Christina Claire Ciminella, who later became known as Wynonna Judd, was born in Ashland, Kentucky.
1968: Move to Los Angeles
In 1968, Naomi Judd and Michael Ciminella moved with Wynonna and Ashley to Los Angeles.
1972: Divorce of Naomi Judd and Michael Ciminella
In 1972, Naomi Judd and Michael Ciminella divorced.
1976: Return to Kentucky
In 1976, Naomi Judd moved back to Kentucky with Wynonna and Ashley.
1979: Move to Nashville
In 1979, the family moved to Nashville to pursue musical careers for Naomi and Wynonna.
1983: Signing with RCA Records
In 1983, Wynonna and Naomi were signed to RCA Records as The Judds.
1991: The Judds Disbanded
In 1991, The Judds disbanded due to Naomi Judd's chronic hepatitis C, leading to Wynonna starting a solo career with MCA Records.
1991: The Judds’ famous original farewell concert
In 1991, The Judds had their famous original farewell concert, which was later recreated in 2022.
January 27, 1992: Solo Performance at the American Music Awards
On January 27, 1992, Wynonna made her solo television debut at the American Music Awards. She performed "She Is His Only Need", the first single from her self-titled solo debut album.
1993: Release of Tell Me Why Album
In 1993, Wynonna released her second album, "Tell Me Why", which became a platinum-selling album and produced five Top Ten hits on the country charts.
1994: Appearance on Lynyrd Skynyrd Tribute Album
In 1994, Wynonna appeared on the Lynyrd Skynyrd tribute album Skynyrd Frynds, covering the band's song "Free Bird".
1995: Absent from Country Charts
In 1995, Wynonna was absent from the country charts for the entire year due to negative publicity following the birth of a child out of wedlock.
1996: Marriage to Arch Kelley III
In 1996, Wynonna Judd married businessman Arch Kelley III, after having a son with him.
1996: Release of Revelations Album and Marriage
In 1996, Wynonna married Arch Kelly, the father of her children, and released her third album, "Revelations", which featured her fourth number one hit, "To Be Loved by You".
1996: "To Be Loved by You" Hit Number One
In 1996, Wynonna's single "To Be Loved by You" reached number one on the U.S. Billboard Hot Country Songs chart, marking her fourth number one hit.
1997: Release of The Other Side Album
In 1997, Wynonna released "The Other Side", her fourth and final album for MCA, which explored a more blues and rock sound but did not sell as well as her previous albums.
1998: Divorce from Arch Kelley III
In 1998, Wynonna Judd and Arch Kelley III divorced after having a daughter.
1998: Guest Starring on Touched by an Angel
In 1998, during the fifth season of Touched by an Angel, Wynonna Judd guest starred as a singer whose son was dying of cystic fibrosis.
1999: Portrayal of Green Puppy's owner on Blue's Clues
In 1999, Wynonna Judd portrayed Green Puppy's owner on the television show Blue's Clues.
1999: Reunion Concert on New Year's Eve
In 1999, Wynonna reunited with her mother for a New Year's Eve concert sponsored by K-Mart.
1999: Reunion Tour and New Day Dawning Album
In 1999, Wynonna reunited with her mother for a tour beginning on New Year's Eve and released her fifth solo album, "New Day Dawning", which included a four-song bonus disc of new Judds songs.
August 2000: Death of Charles Jordan
In August 2000, Charles Jordan, Wynonna Judd's biological father, passed away.
2000: Full-Fledged Tour and New Judds Songs
In 2000, The Judds embarked on a full-fledged tour together, and four new Judds songs were released on a bonus disc with Wynonna's album, New Day Dawning.
August 2003: Release of What the World Needs Now Is Love
In August 2003, Wynonna released her sixth studio album, "What the World Needs Now Is Love", on Curb Records, which included the single "What the World Needs" reaching the Top 15.
November 2003: Taped Appearance on The Oprah Winfrey Show
In November 2003, Wynonna Judd taped an appearance on an episode of The Oprah Winfrey Show, discussing her severe dependence on food.
2003: Marriage to D. R. Roach
In 2003, Wynonna Judd married D. R. Roach, her former bodyguard.
February 2004: Episode of The Oprah Winfrey Show airs
In February 2004, the episode of The Oprah Winfrey Show featuring Wynonna Judd discussing her food dependence aired.
September 2005: Second Appearance on Oprah to Discuss Weight Loss
In September 2005, Wynonna Judd appeared on Oprah a second time to discuss her weight loss progress.
October 2005: Guest Star on Hope & Faith and Singing for VeggieTales
In October 2005, Wynonna Judd guest starred on the show Hope & Faith as Cynthia, and she sang "It's About Love" for the VeggieTales episode Lord of the Beans.
2005: Received the USO's Merit Award
In 2005, Wynonna Judd received the USO's Merit Award for service to all divisions of the United States Armed Forces.
2005: Release of Her Story: Scenes from a Lifetime and Autobiography
In 2005, Wynonna released a live CD/DVD package called "Her Story: Scenes from a Lifetime" and her autobiography, "Coming Home to Myself". She also released her first solo Christmas album, "A Classic Christmas", which included a Latin version of Ave Maria.
2005: Success on the Hot Dance Airplay Charts
In 2005, Wynonna's cover of Foreigner's "I Want to Know What Love Is" peaked at No. 12 on the Hot Dance Airplay charts.
2006: Hosting Nashville Star
In 2006, Wynonna Judd hosted the fourth season of USA Network's Nashville Star.
March 27, 2007: Filed for Divorce from D. R. Roach
On March 27, 2007, Wynonna Judd filed for divorce from D. R. Roach, five days after his arrest for sexual assault of a child.
2007: Starring in Wynonna: A Tribute on Ice
In 2007, Wynonna Judd starred in a special television event on NBC honoring her 23-year career, titled "Wynonna: A Tribute on Ice".
2007: Star on the Music City Walk of Fame
In 2007, Wynonna Judd was given a star on the Music City Walk of Fame in Nashville.
June 7, 2008: Live Internet Chat with Fans
On June 7, 2008, Wynonna Judd participated in a live Internet chat for her fans, which caused the server to crash due to high demand.
2008: Overdubbed Duet with Elvis Presley
In 2008, Wynonna sang an overdubbed duet with Elvis Presley on the RCA album "Christmas Duets".
February 3, 2009: Release of Sing: Chapter 1
On February 3, 2009, Wynonna released her first studio album in six years, "Sing: Chapter 1", on Curb Records, largely composed of cover songs.
May 9, 2009: Release of Remix EP
On May 9, 2009, a seven-song EP containing dance remixes of the title track "Sing" was released.
August 2009: Guest Starring on Who Wants to Be a Millionaire
In August 2009, Wynonna Judd guest starred as herself on the 10th anniversary of Who Wants to Be a Millionaire, with Regis Philbin for Backpack Ministries.
2009: Spokeswoman for Alli Weight Loss Product
In 2009, Wynonna Judd became the spokeswoman for Alli, an FDA-approved over-the-counter weight loss product, and was featured in a national marketing campaign.
May 2010: Guest Starring on Army Wives
In May 2010, Wynonna Judd guest starred as herself on season 4, episode 6 on Lifetime's Army Wives.
September 14, 2010: Appearance on The Oprah Winfrey Show
On September 14, 2010, The Judds appeared on "The Oprah Winfrey Show", where Wynonna discussed her weight loss and returning to the stage. The Judds also performed their new single "I Will Stand By You".
October 4, 2010: Release of I Will Stand By You Single
On October 4, 2010, "I Will Stand By You" was released as a single by The Judds.
2010: The Last Encore Tour
In 2010, The Judds reunited for "The Last Encore", an 18-city tour.
April 5, 2011: Release of I Will Stand by You: The Essential Collection
On April 5, 2011, Curb Records released a new album from The Judds, "I Will Stand by You: The Essential Collection", which featured two new songs and twelve of the duo's hits, due to excitement for the upcoming tour.
April 10, 2011: Debut on OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network
On April 10, 2011, The Judds debuted on OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network with a six-episode reality-documentary television series that followed their daily life on tour and preparations for it, showcasing their efforts to become closer.
May 2011: Release of Restless Heart Novel and Love It Out Loud Single
In May 2011, Wynonna released her first novel, "Restless Heart", and a new single, "Love It Out Loud".
November 27, 2011: Debut of Wynonna & the Big Noise
On November 27, 2011, Wynonna debuted her new band "Wynonna & the Big Noise" in Nashville.
December 24, 2011: Engagement to Scott "Cactus" Moser
On December 24, 2011, Wynonna Judd and her boyfriend Scott "Cactus" Moser got engaged.
2011: Release of Greatest Hits Collection
In 2011, "I Will Stand By You" was released as the title track to the Judd's Greatest Hits collection, I Will Stand by You: The Essential Collection.
June 10, 2012: Marriage to Scott "Cactus" Moser
On June 10, 2012, Wynonna Judd married Scott "Cactus" Moser at her home in Leiper's Fork, Tennessee.
August 18, 2012: Scott Moser's Motorcycle Accident
On August 18, 2012, Scott "Cactus" Moser was severely injured in a motorcycle crash in South Dakota, resulting in the amputation of his left leg above the knee.
2012: Life-Changing Events
In 2012, Wynonna and Cactus Moser experienced life-changing events, influencing her forthcoming album.
March 2013: Release of Something You Can't Live Without
In March 2013, Wynonna released "Something You Can't Live Without", the first single off her forthcoming full-length album.
2013: Contestant on Dancing with the Stars
In 2013, Wynonna Judd was a contestant on season 16 of Dancing with the Stars, partnered with Tony Dovolani.
2016: Release of Wynonna & the Big Noise album
On February 12, 2016, Wynonna released her album "Wynonna & the Big Noise" and the single "Cool Ya'".
June 2018: Daughter Grace Sentenced to Prison
In June 2018, Wynonna Judd's daughter Grace was sentenced to eight years in prison for violating probation related to possession, manufacturing, and distribution of methamphetamines.
October 2020: Release of Recollections Extended Play
In October 2020, Wynonna released a new extended play titled ‘Recollections’ via Anti Records
November 2020: Supporting Character in A Nashville Christmas Carol
In November 2020, Wynonna Judd played a supporting character, Marilyn Jinway, in the Hallmark Television film A Nashville Christmas Carol.
2020: Release of Recollections
In 2020, Wynonna released "Recollections".
April 30, 2022: Death of Naomi Judd
On April 30, 2022, Naomi Judd died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound after battling depression and mental illness for years.
May 1, 2022: Induction into the Country Music Hall of Fame
On May 1, 2022, Wynonna and Naomi Judd were inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame as members of The Judds.
November 2, 2022: CMT Presents The Judds: Love Is Alive-The Final Concert
On November 2, 2022, CMT produced a concert special called CMT Presents The Judds: Love Is Alive-The Final Concert in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. This show was meant to recreate The Judds’ famous original farewell concert back in 1991 and featured performances by Ashley McBryde, Brandi Carlile, Kelsea Ballerini, Martina McBride, and Little Big Town.
2022: Induction into the Country Music Hall of Fame
In 2022, Wynonna was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame as a member of The Judds.
April 26, 2023: Release of Wynonna Judd: Between Hell and Hallelujah Documentary
On April 26, 2023, the documentary "Wynonna Judd: Between Hell and Hallelujah", which chronicled the tour Wynonna did to honor her mother, was released.
November 2024: Daughter Grace Arrested for Allegedly Stealing Church Van
In November 2024, Wynonna's daughter Grace was arrested for allegedly stealing a church van and held at the Albemarle-Charlottesville Regional Jail in Charlottesville, Virginia.
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